Smoked Beef Sauce

This Smoked Beef Sauce is a robust, flavor-packed condiment designed to elevate grilled steaks, ribs, or slow-cooked roasts. By combining the natural sweetness of brown sugar and honey with the umami depth of teriyaki and soy sauces, it creates a complex base. The addition of Burgundy wine and balsamic vinegar introduces a tangy acidity that cuts through the richness, while liquid smoke and black coffee provide an earthy, roasted backbone. The result is a glossy, thick glaze with a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and smoky flavors.

Cooking Method: Smoking

Cuisine: Japanese

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 2695.7

Description

This Smoked Beef Sauce is a robust, flavor-packed condiment designed to elevate grilled steaks, ribs, or slow-cooked roasts. By combining the natural sweetness of brown sugar and honey with the umami depth of teriyaki and soy sauces, it creates a complex base. The addition of Burgundy wine and balsamic vinegar introduces a tangy acidity that cuts through the richness, while liquid smoke and black coffee provide an earthy, roasted backbone. The result is a glossy, thick glaze with a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and smoky flavors.

Directions

1
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, Burgundy wine, white wine, vinegar, and balsamic vinegar.
2
Add the brown sugar, honey, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, cracked peppercorns, and cayenne pepper to the liquid mixture.
3
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to dissolve the sugar and salt.
4
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and let the sauce cook for 15-20 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly and the flavors to meld.
5
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the black coffee, whiskey (if using), and liquid smoke.
6
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or honey to balance the acidity and sweetness.
7
Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature before using it as a glaze, marinade, or dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 2695.7kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 130.2g201%
Saturated Fat 53.7g269%
Cholesterol 651.5mg218%
Sodium 12500mg521%
Total Carbohydrate 110.6g37%
Dietary Fiber 21.3g86%
Sugars 47.6g
Protein 248.8g498%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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